The world of fintech is a very attractive prospect for tech professionals – and with good reason.
The first is investment. According to a recent report from KPMG, UK fintech investment increased from $5.2bn in 2020 to a huge $37.3bn (£27.5bn) last year. Despite Brexit and the pandemic, the UK remains at the centre of European fintech investment. In fact, UK fintechs attract more funding than their counterparts in the rest of EMEA combined.
Next up is innovation. Professionals today want a career that’s varied. Fintech is a field where you can pretty much expect constant change and evolution. You’ll be given the chance to work in emerging sectors such as AI and blockchain.
And finally, we have an abundance of jobs. Because this is a relatively new sector, opportunities regularly emerge. As fintech startups develop and shift into the SME stage, hiring is at an all-time high. Plus, the need for diversity is strong.
So, whether you’re looking to change roles mid-career or you’re a graduate just starting out, there’s a fintech job for you. To help with your search, we’ve rounded up the top fintech companies looking for UK hires on the UKTN Job Board today. Good luck!
Freetrade
Freetrade is a UK-based investment app with over one million users. The company was founded in 2016 and is based on the principle that investing your hard-earned cash should be easy. Founder and CEO, Adam Dodds, is committed to breaking down barriers and opening up stock market investment to everyone with a freemium pricing model.
Role: At the moment, the team is hiring for a number of different roles but the Director of Software Engineering gig caught our eye. Freetrade wants someone to lead its engagement collective and empower customers to make better investment decisions.
What you’ll need:
- A wealth of experience leading teams
- Strong communication skills
- Ability to work cross-functionally
What you’ll get:
- Competitive salary plus stock options
- Life, travel, and health insurance for you and your family
- Flexible working arrangements
Monzo
An online bank that has taken the UK by storm, over five million people use Monzo’s hot pink cards every day. The company received its banking licence way back in 2017, and even though it’s an app, people are still at the heart of everything that it does.
Role: The team at Monzo is searching for a passionate and experienced Software Engineering Manager, Customer Relations to lead multiple squads in customer operations. Monzo needs someone to help to reduce costs, optimise forecasting, and ensure the right tasks get done at the right time.
What you’ll need:
- To be comfortable with a high degree of autonomy
- Experience working in an experimentation-led environment
- Delivery experience
What you’ll get:
- Salary review every six months, plus share options
- Flexible working hours
- 24 days annual leave with the option of one month’s unpaid leave per year.
Moneybox
Moneybox is an innovative saving and investment company. You can link your bank account via the app, and round up your everyday purchases to the nearest pound. The spare change can then go into your savings or be invested into thousands of different companies via tracker funds.
Role: The team at Moneybox is looking for a Software Engineer to help it to grow and expand over the coming months. The successful candidate will sit within the Cloud Apps Team and be responsible for scoping their own requirements and communicating them with the wider team.
What you’ll need:
- Fundamental understanding of the .NET ecosystem
- Genuine interest in fintech
- Forensic mindset for diagnosing and resolving issues
What you’ll get:
- Company share options
- Work from home allowance
- Gympass subscription
Remitly
International payments company Remitly uses digital channels (like your phone) to send money internationally. It is a leading fintech provider for immigrants because it allows users to make person-to-person money transfers in over 135 countries around the world.
Role: Remitly is currently on the hunt for a Senior SEO Manager. The right candidate will manage the growth and performance of its channels and take ownership of the company’s international SEO strategy.
What you’ll need:
- Experience working on complex global sites (5-10 years)
- Expertise in content and link building at scale
- Knowledge of tools such as Google Analytics, Google Search Console, Stat, Screaming Frog, Ahrefs, or SEMRush
What you’ll get:
- Open leave policy
- Travel and education stipend
- Learning and development opportunities
You can find all these jobs and thousands more on the UKTN Job Board now.
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